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Nobody wants to be the fool
I’m not sure what your culture has to say about being a fool. It is not a good thing in my culture. At all costs, we avoid being fools. It’s akin to a plague. To that end, it is preferable to appear knowledgeable rather than foolish. A fool, in my opinion, is someone who lacks…
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Listen to yourself
Before I experienced the “Monday Blues,” I had heard about it for many years. This is similar to the “thank god it’s Friday” (TGIF) phenomenon. I couldn’t understand why anyone would be opposed to going to work on Monday. Also, why would anyone be overjoyed on a Friday? My main reason is that I’ve always…
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The Bible is not a religious book.
Religion is about following certain practices in order to live out one’s faith in accordance with teachings derived from scriptural guidance. The importance of repetition and emphasis on doing are critical. There are numerous viewpoints on the Bible and religion, and I’d like to share mine. If you read the Bible, you will notice that…
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The passion is gone
Curveballs keep coming life’s way. Think about climbing the corporate ladder. When you reach the peak of your high, you come to the realization that the passion that drove you there is no longer present. You no longer feel a part of the company, team, or work. The courage to propose and carry out ideas…
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The World is a great teacher
“Asiyefunzwa na Mamaye Hufunzwa na Ulimwengu,” as the Swahili proverb goes. Whoever is not taught by their mother will be taught by the world, loosely translated. This saying, I believe, is addressing fundamental life lessons such as values, beliefs, and norms. If the lessons are rigorous and comprehensive, this can serve as a solid foundation…
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That’s a secret
Many people are being laid off, giving the impression that something is seriously wrong with the economy. When we read about such events in the past or of others that have experienced this, they seem so far away. Until you realize it. It appears strange when one is inside the belly of a dragon. How…
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Complainers support group
We are now in Cohort 5, which includes business leaders who can’t stop whining about business problems. It all started as a joke among my business friends who had either started or been running one for some time. They kept complaining until I asked if they needed assistance. In my opinion, a businessperson is a…
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An unfortunate workplace assumption
Upon completing higher education and entering the workforce, it is commonly assumed that individuals have the foundational knowledge and basic skills required for their job. However, there are other important aspects of development and well-being that are often overlooked once one is employed. These include keeping professional credentials up to date, monitoring and nurturing physical…
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How I survived a toxic job
Starting a new job can be daunting, especially when the work environment is toxic. This was my experience in my first job, where I found myself navigating a minefield of negative factors such as poor leadership and a harmful company culture. Despite these challenges, I was able to survive and even thrive by taking a…
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Weaknesses and the Divine
My journey to understanding the existence of God has been a winding road filled with twists and turns. As a child, I had no belief in a Divine power, and found myself skeptical of those who claimed to have faith. However, a chance encounter with a Buddhist neighbor opened my eyes to the concept of…